Summer Staff Ponderosa Lodge Program Assistant Lead

Mount Hermon Association Incorporated; Mount Hermon (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Hermon Association Incorporated seeks a PL Program Assistant Lead to partner with the PL Program Coordinator to plan and lead all-camp activities and team competitions for junior high and high school campers, modeling a Christ-centered lifestyle.

You will meet daily with the PL Leadership Team, contribute to mission-aligned programming, and embody the values of the camp while mentoring staff and guiding campers through engaging sessions.

Qualifications

• Some college experience preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification required before arriving at camp.
• Current valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and emcee all-camp activities and team competitions for junior high and high school campers.
• Meet daily with PL Leadership Team and supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned by the PL Program Coordinator.

Skills

Gospel presentation

Leadership

Youth programs

Outdoor activities

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Some college experience

CPR/First Aid certification

Driver's license

Job description

Position Objective:The PL Program Assistant Lead will work with the PL Program Coordinator to lead the daily all-camp program activities and team competitions at PL, and is responsible to model a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship, nurturing spiritual growth of campers through program activities and curriculum in a manner consistent with MHA’s mission, vision and values.General Qualifications:The Ponderosa Lodge (“PL”) Program Assistant Lead is a Ministerial position. Ministerial staff render their work, stewardship, relationships and behavior as evidence of being followers of Jesus Christ while embracing and affirming MHA’s Christian mission, vision, beliefs, culture code and standards of conduct. They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHA’s Christian community, conference programs and retreats. All staff are expected to join gatherings which include prayer, worship, and Bible-centered teaching.Key Job Accountabilities:In coordination with the PL Program Coordinator, plan, execute, and emcee quality all-camp program activities and team competitions for both junior high and high school campers, ensuring that all programs are holistic and accomplishing set objectives.Meet daily with the PL Leadership Team and supervisor.Other duties as assigned by the PL Program Coordinator.Supervisory Responsibilities:Summer staff members in his/her area.Education/Certifications/Licenses:Some college experience preferredMust be CPR/First Aid certified (before arriving at camp)Current valid driver’s license and a clean driving record required.Work Experience:Prior experience and leadership in youth programming with a strong background in ministry leadership.Specific experience coordinating youth programs, games and activities.Leadership experience with junior high, high school, and college-aged students.Prior experience in camping ministry, having served in various roles.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to articulate the gospel of Jesus Christ as communicated in Scripture.Ability to demonstrate a personal, committed and thought-through faith in Christ.Attention to detail and follow-through, creative, flexible and able to adjust to challenges of the program.Ability to engage in a variety of outdoor activities.Physical Demands:The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Requires seeing, hearing, talking, sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, twisting, and hiking.Additional Requirements/Skills:Must be at least 18 years of age due to the requirement for onsite community living.Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.Commitment to being part of the leadership team within the camp community, and investing in staff during camp sessions and weekends.Commitment to spending time serving campers and helping to create a great experience for them.Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.